Cumberland Valley Trout Unlimited
Limestoner Spring Fly Fling & Banquet 2026 | Limestoner Fly Fishing Event
April 25, 2026. The Limestoner Spring Fly Fling features two-person fishing teams competing for prizes and bragging rights, followed by the Limestoner Banquet—an evening of great food, camaraderie, raffles, and auctions, supporting community conservation and programs like Trout in the Classroom.
What is the Limestoner?
The Limestoner Spring Fly Fling & Banquet is CVTU’s premier fundraising event of the year. Your participation strengthens our community, supports programs like Trout in the Classroom, and conservation work right here in South Central PA.
Proceeds raised directly support:
- Trout in the Classroom, connecting students to conservation through hands-on learning
- Local conservation efforts that protect cold, clean water, such as our active support of ongoing efforts to protect Big Spring Creek from nearby industrial development.
- Stream improvement and habitat restoration projects, including recent work on the Yellow Breeches at the Wittlinger Preserve and on the Barnitz Church property.
- Chapter activities and community outreach, including annual fly-tying courses, kids’ Intro to Fishing classes, summer camp education days, local stream cleanups, and monthly presentations by professional conservationists and angling experts.
When you register, attend, sponsor, or donate, you’re helping to protect the clean, cold waterways of South Central Pa and building the next generation of conservationists.
How It Works
Fly Fling
- Two-person teams
- Fish public waters across South-Central PA
- Catch, measure, and submit scores
- Fly fishing only
- Competition runs morning through mid-afternoon
Evening Banquet
- Held at The Carlisle Masonic Center
- Dinner and fellowship
- Raffles and silent auctions
- Awards ceremony
- Open to anglers, families, and supporters
Why Your Support Matters
Every registration, ticket, sponsorship, and donation helps fund real conservation work in the Cumberland Valley and beyond.
Proceeds raised directly support:
- Trout in the Classroom, connecting students to conservation through hands-on learning
- Local conservation efforts that protect cold, clean water, such as our active support of ongoing efforts to protect Big Spring Creek from nearby industrial development.
- Stream improvement and habitat restoration projects, including recent work on the Yellow Breeches at the Wittlinger Preserve and on the Barnitz Church property.
- Chapter activities and community outreach, including annual fly-tying courses, kids’ Intro to Fishing classes, summer camp education days, local stream cleanups, and monthly presentations by professional conservationists and angling experts.
- Stream restoration and habitat improvement projects
This is more than an event—it’s a chance to invest in the waters we all love.
Choose How You Want to Participate
Banquet Only
Join us for dinner, raffles, auctions, and a night supporting conservation.
Sponsor the Event
Support the mission while gaining visibility for your business or organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to fish to attend?
No. You can attend the banquet, support the event, sponsor, or donate even if you are not competing in the Fly Fling.
What waters can teams fish?
Teams fish public waters in South-Central Pennsylvania. Full rules and eligible waters can be outlined in your registration materials.
What gear is allowed?
Fly fishing only.
Can beginners participate?
Absolutely. The event welcomes experienced anglers and first-timers alike.
Join Us on the Water. Support What Matters.
Whether you fish, attend, sponsor, or donate, your support helps protect the future of our local trout fisheries.
